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We will be open on Fridays starting March 8, 2019. Because of the high demand of these end of the week appointments, these slots will fill up quickly. Please contact us to set up your appointment. _____________________________________________________________________________________ St. Patrick’s Day is only a couple of weeks away. As you enjoy yourself on this festive occasion, please keep in […]

Hopefully, you have already gotten your sweetheart something for Valentine’s Day on February 14. If not, there are a few days left until that day we tell and show our special someone how much we love them. One way is to make that kiss even more special by maintaining good oral health. Bacteria can be shared a […]

Our Garners Ferry Dentistry team gets a lot of questions all the time about insurance benefits. We understand how tricky things may be when it comes to your plan. Typically benefits are arranged as such: Preventative Services. 80 – 100% paid by insurance (patient pays little to nothing out of pocket). These services include exams, […]

No – we are not talking about your teeth. We are referring to your dental benefits. The end of the year is fast approaching and by failing to use benefits this year, you may have less money from your plan to pay for dental treatment in the future. Often times, dental benefits are unused or […]

This time of the year may bring good food and drink but it may also have negative effects on your smile. Wine, coffee and tea–it’s the trifecta of tooth-staining foods that almost everyone knows to avoid in order to protect their pearly whites. These beverages, however, are just the beginning of a long list of […]

Holiday season is fast approaching. Are you prepared to protect your smile from the sugar-laden sweets that lay ahead? You can enjoy the season without sabotaging your oral health. To keep cavities at bay from Halloween to New Year’s Day and beyond, try to do these things daily: Sip beverages through a strawto help minimize […]

We cannot believe it is already September. The start of football season will soon turn into Halloween and holidays! The end of the year is fast approaching. Have you made the most of your dental benefits? If you have any benefits remaining, there’s still time to use them before you lose them! Most plans will pay […]

Can you believe summer’s almost over? As you and your child stock up on school supplies and start changing sleeping schedules, you’ll also want to keep dental health and hygiene at the top of your mind. Here are simple ways to keep your child’s smile at its best once school is in session: Put a […]

Forget the tooth fairy! Far too many tales are being told about teeth and it’s time to clear the air. Popular claims that range from scary to wacky and everything in between are about to be debunked. Find out if you’ve been acting on bad advice. “White teeth are healthy teeth.” Pearlier does not necessarily […]

You’ve probably been brushing for as long as you can remember. Even if you have good technique, it is probably good to revisit some basic success principles to maintain a high level of oral health.From the type of bristles you choose to the level of pressure you should place on your teeth, this step-by-step guide […]